Is this meant to sit directly on the roof (in between the cross-bars) or does it have a hard bottom and rides on the crossbars above the roof?
35595
It sits directly on the roof. It has a soft bottom so it doesn't scratch the paint. If you are going a long distance use the straps that go inside the car.
35596
It is meant to sit on the roof, the bottom is made of a durable fabric vinyl.
35597
Hi, this does not have a hard bottom but the bottom is soft so it will not scratch your vehicle. It is like a big duffel bag you fasten on the roof.
35598
It is meant to sit directly on the roof in between the cross-bars. It is a soft bottom.
35599
Yes it sits right on top of the car between the two side bars and it has a thick soft bottom that doesn't slide or scratch the roof
1735291
The wheels roll the ladder up the roof and then you turn it over to hook it to the top edge. That keeps your ladder from tearing up the roof shingles. This works well especially since this model is so heavy because it is made out of steel instead of aluminum.
2145920
It would "work," but because your "crossbars" are on the floor, the tires/wheels wouldn't really rest between the two cross bars anymore. The wheels would basically sit on the floor. When you mount it at some height, it's that space underneath the crossbars that allow the wheels/tires to "sink."
1579720
The U-bolts fit under your cars rooftop cross bars and the wheel clamps attach to the tire rails. Make sure all bolts are secure. Raise the wheel clamps over the front tires (only) and close down the wheel clamp securely. I've used mine a couple of times with two bikes on the roof of my SUV and will be doing it again in two weeks for a 13 mile ride around the Cades Cove Loop in GSMNP. You don't have to be an engineer to figure this one out, it all fits together nicely, is very light weight and our two bikes have traveled up there at 70-80 mph without problems. Good luck, have fun.
491749
You don't need the cross bars. The bag can be attached to the roof with straps that go over the bag and through the car windows. I would recommend getting the mat that goes under the carrier. It keeps the bag from shifting and protects the paint on your roof.
1766067
You need to get a cross bar for the girl bike. Also it does not hold the bikes well in the supports, fyi.
1249392
It does not attach directly to the roof, it is only a cross bar rack. There are no attachments for roofs without runner bars.
2160549
I know what you mean. Mine was the same. Droops over the back seat. Follow the instructions when you are tying the straps. Try to get it as tight as possible. I took a bungy cord and stretched it under the back end. If you have adults in the back seat, they still might contact top. I don't carry passengers often, so it is not a problem for me. I would rather have this top than have to mess with the bars on a standard soft top. I was thinking about using a piece of wood with some foam to keep the back of the top from sagging. Good luck!
1106634
The cross bars have a curve to them and the roof has ridges. So the average clearance between bottom of cross bar and roof top is about 11/4" and max of 1.5 inches. Good luck.
288699
I wouldn't risk it - depends on the length of the crossbar compared to the distance from the rear window to the back edge of the trunk - too long a crossbar might leave the top tube resting on the trunk rear edge. Too short might mean the bike seat sits in the middle of the trunk with the bike weight acting on it. With a flat backed car (station wagon or SUV) the bike hangs down with most of its weight supported on the cups and very little weight on the body work of the car. It is a great system if it fits - first use is a bit of a leap of faith though.....expensive bike held on by suction!
2224994
I have the LoadWarrior Rooftop Cargo Basket extension (20" longer) that comes with a moveable crossbar that goes across the center of the basket and attaches to the sides. This is an extra crossbar that comes with the basket that can be used for mounting any type of bicycle rack over the top of the basket. I don't use mine but it's really sturdy if I needed extra lateral support.
2269696
I have a question... sorry for ignorance... I want to use these with a cargo bag (rather than a hard shelled case)... does the bag sit on the van roof and just strap down on all four sides... or does it sit on these cross bars (If it sat on the cross bars... it won't lay on a nice flat surface). Picture on bag box I bought shows laying on roof strapped to bars. But is roof strong enough to hold the bag?
1127712
It is not a soft top. It is a complete cover to protect from the elements. Completely covers the windshield so not recommended.
1542247
Please be safe and get the crossbars! You can get them from a junkyard if you have to. We tried a rooftop carrier once without crossbars and made it about 850 miles when the carrier flew off the top of the car onto the interstate! We were so lucky it didn't hit another car or cause a crash. Don't take the chance.
1563500
no it is very flexy and rides low you can put with heavier people you can put risers but then it is awkward
2179811
The basket comes with legs that are meant to attach to an external cage or roof rack. It is NOT meant to attach directly to the hard top of the Jeep.
2159725
The doggy hut it pretty solid on the bottom and does not sag once my dogs are inside and ready to go for a ride. I pull it with my bike and have no problems going anywhere. The clearance underneath is from the wheel axle to the ground. My neighborhood also has several speed bumps and I have never bottomed out with it. Hope this answered your question!